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Whitman Charged With Lumber Yard Theft
by Dan McCready | Nov 2, 2024 | News
A Whitman man is facing charges after he allegedly stole from a lumber yard. Cohasset Police say that on October 25 video shows 50-year-old Jonathan Cutler driving his Dodge Ram pickup truck through the woods and entering the lumber yard after hours. He then allegedly...
Cohasset Man Arrested For Defacing Campaign Sign
by Dan McCready | Nov 1, 2024 | News
A Cohasset man is facing charges after he allegedly defaced a campaign sign. Cohasset Police say that on Wednesday 74-year-old Frederic Laidlaw entered onto private property on Route 3A and painted a swastika on a political sign for former President Donald Trump. He...
Sullivan Discusses Halloween, Voting
by Dan McCready | Nov 1, 2024 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about Halloween in the city, early voting, and preparations for Election Day.
Plymouth DA Discusses Domestic Violence Collection Drive
by Christine James | Oct 31, 2024 | News
Plymouth Country District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about their "5th Annual Toiletry Drive for Domestic Violence Survivors."
The Next President Will Move Into A Haunted House
by Dan McCready | Oct 31, 2024 | Election News, News
In this year’s presidential election the choices are a former office holder seeking to get his old job back; a current Vice President looking for a promotion; and some third party candidates hoping for an upset. But, as WATD’s Dan McCready explains, whoever wins will...
Local Cleric Discusses Diwali
by Dan McCready | Oct 31, 2024 | News
Diwali is being observed by many in the Indian community. Swami Yogatmananda, Minister of the Vedanta Society of Providence, tells WATD News that for many it is a way to commemorate the return of a great leader. Yogatmananda it is also a day that calls...
Free Meals Being Offered On Thanksgiving
by Christine James | Oct 30, 2024 | News
Veterans Voice Co-Host Craig Wolfe speaks with WATD's Christine James about free Thanksgiving morning meals.
Road Closure Near South Shore Hospital
by Dan McCready | Oct 30, 2024 | News
South Shore Hospital access from Columbian St. in Weymouth will be closed until approx 12 p.m. Wednesday. Norfolk County Control says the Hospital is asking ambulances to utilize the Route 18 entrance onto Fogg Rd. From there, ambulances will be guided through the...
9th Congressional District Candidates Take Part In WATD Forum
by WATD Web Editor | Oct 30, 2024 | Election News, News
Candidates for the Ninth Congressional District, Democrat Incumbent Bill Keating, and Republican challenger Dan Sullivan discussed various issues during WATD’s political forum on Tuesday night.
Jack Cantwell Field Rededicated
by Mariel Reed | Oct 29, 2024 | News
Residents and officials gathered Saturday for the rededication of the Jack Cantwell Field in Marshfield. Cantwell was a volunteer for the Marshfield Youth Baseball League for forty years and served as the league’s president. U.S. Senator Ed Markey compared Cantwell to...
Plymouth Town Clerk Discusses Early Voting
by Dan McCready | Oct 29, 2024 | Election News, News
Plymouth Town Clerk Kelly McElreath speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about early voting.
Arrest Made Following Bank Robbery In Braintree
by Dan McCready | Oct 25, 2024 | News
A suspect is in custody following a bank robbery in Braintree. Braintree Police say that at 10:43 a.m. Friday they received a report from an employee at the Eastern Bank on Granite St. that they were robbed at gunpoint. Officers who responded to the scene were then...
Sullivan Discusses Early Voting, School Transportation, Turkish Flag Raising
by Dan McCready | Oct 24, 2024 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about early voting in the city, school transportation costs, and an upcoming Turkish Flag Raising.
The South Shore’s Morning News’ Election 2024 Coverage: Massachusetts Ballot Questions
by Beth Foster | Oct 24, 2024 | News
There are 5 ballot questions in Massachusetts for the 2024 election and Rob & Beth made sure to go over each side's stance on The South Shore's Morning News. Listen in as we discuss these important measures: Question 1: State Auditor’s Authority to Audit the...
In-Studio Candidates Forum with Bill Keating and Challenger Dan Sullivan
by Mariel Reed | Oct 23, 2024 | News
Join WATD on Tuesday, October 29th for a WATD Election political forum from 7 to 8 PM. This race is for U.S. Congress, Massachusetts 9th District. Candidates Democrat Incumbent Bill Keating, and Republican challenger Dan Sullivan will both be in studio. Christine...
Marshfield Makes Temporary Route Change For Veterans’ Day
by Christine James | Oct 23, 2024 | News
Carin Paulette, the Director of Marshfield Veterans’ Services and Lisa Potts, the Assistant Director of Veterans’ Services spoke with WATD’s Christine James about some temporary route changes for this year's Veterans' Day Parade.
State Rep. Susan Williams Gifford Passes Away
by Dan McCready | Oct 23, 2024 | News
A longtime State Representative has passed away. Susan Williams Gifford’s office made the announcement saying she passed away Tuesday suddenly from cancer. She was 64-years-old. Gifford was first elected State Representative in November of 2002 and represented the 2nd...
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